Archives by: Michael Ungar
About the author
Our fitness columnist and blogger Michael Ungar is an ACE-Certified Personal Trainer and Functional Aging Specialist. As the owner and operator of At Home Senior Fitness (athomeseniorfitness.net) based in Beachwood, his clients range from their early 60s to their mid-90s. Michael got serious about fitness in his 40s and started competing in his 50s. As an ordained rabbi with a small congregation in Cleveland Heights, this blog explores topics of interest to older adults, particularly health and fitness. The Hebrew word "Kosher" means "fit." (Kosher food is literally fit to be eaten; the title of his blog pays tribute to his two careers.)
Michael Ungar Posts
Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens the bones and makes them more susceptible to injury and breakage. Although we often hear that older people shouldn't work with weights because they might hurt themselves or break a bone (which can happen), the opposite is the case for those with osteoporosis. ...
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Iron is important; ironing, not so much, unless you're a stickler for wrinkle-free clothing. Are you getting enough of the first one? For 25% of older adults, the answer is no.
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September is World Alzheimer's Month; a time to raise awareness about Alzheimer's disease, promote brain health and support those affected by the condition. Know this: The only non-medical way in which brain health can be improved is through exercise in conjunction with a proper diet and sufficient rest. ...
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When I was a kid doing exercises in gym class, one of the calisthenics that we always did was side bends—not as dramatic as the yoga pose above, but side bends nonetheless. I was not sure that they served any purpose. Now I know better, and once you know all about the Q-L, you'll want to start doing more side bends as you age. ...
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We are autonomous beings. We can choose to live in a healthy way--exercising, eating healthily, getting proper rest, etc.--or we can let unhealthy habits take over our lives. Our bodies provide us a certain amount of freedom, but we have a responsibility to our bodies as well. If we do not treat them right, they will rebel and we will suffer. ...
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Cuts in federal funding for medical research has become the result of an over-arching initiative to eliminate all Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs at institutions that receive funding for these studies. This is hampering research to prevent and treat Alzheimer's Disease and other forms of dementia. Let your elected representatives know what you think. As we age, these matters will become more important. ...
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Dental health affects overall wellness. Make oral hygiene a regular habit—just like exercising—and you will find that improved oral health will lead to improved general health and fitness. On the flipside, exercising regularly can help ensure that your teeth and gums will be there for as long as you need them. ...
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Sometimes less is more, and sometimes more is more. When it comes to fitness, both can be true. Working out is great but so is rest; it's key to preventing overtraining injuries. ...
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